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Q1: Is there a display that says how much charge is left or when it is fully charged to know to take it off the charger since too long of a charge can shorten batter life? Is it possible to use standard batteries instead of the rechargable batteries and if so, what size (cust prefers standard batteries because they have longer charges)? When left on, is there a sound to remind the user so that if it is left on on accident it can be shut off? Is there an auto-off feature to prevent this?

A:  This detector does require 4 AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries. There is an selectible battery saver to assist in preventing the batter to go dead.

Q2: I've had this detector for a while now and I'm having a problem with the unit not staying on.  I've even put in new batteries and still have the problem.  Is there anything that can be done to fix this?

A:

I occasionally hear from customers about the 1788 powering off with no warning, even after putting new batteries in the detector. Go to the manual and look in the OPERATION section. There is a sub-category called Battery Saver Mode. It explains how this feature works. I suggest you experiment a little with these modes and determine what works best for you. Read details below...

Battery Saver Mode

The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off the detector if you forget to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, the optional power cord is unplugged or any button is pressed before the timer has expired. The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off. This auto off function can be programmed for the following: Off, 1, 2, or 3 hours. During this warning you can reset the timer by pressing any button. If the unit has automatically turned itself off, press the Power button to turn the unit back on. You can manually engage the Battery Saver Mode by pressing and holding the City button until one beep is heard. Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructions for changing the Battery Saver Mode settings.

-Radar Roy

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Whistler 1788 Cordless Radar Detector

Item# DBL005

  • Cordless, battery powered radar detector with internal battery charger
  • 360 Degree Protection
  • POP Mode Detection
  • Front and rear laser antennas to cover all angles
  • LCD text with blue back-lit display
  • Reliable and easy to transfer from one vehicle to another
  • Windshield suction cup holder included
  • 1 year limited warranty

4 stars

 

Full Featured POP Radar/Laser Cordless Detector

  • Cordless battery powered radar detector with internal battery charger (when connected to 12 volt power source like cigarette lighter)
  • 360 Degree Protection means the unit will alert you to radar and laser signals from any angle
  • POP Mode Detection gives you the best chance to reduce your speed if necessary
  • Front and rear laser antennas to cover all angles
  • LCD text with blue back-lit display which some people say is easier to read than red
  • Windshield suction cup holder included
  • Top seller because it is reliable and easy to transfer from one vehicle to another

  • Battery powered, all band, 360 degree protection with POP! A smart performing cordless unit!

    • Battery Powered with Internal Battery Charger (when connected to 12 volts)
    • Blue Backlit LCD Text Display
    • Total Band™ Protection
    • Laser detection
    • POP™ Mode Detection
    • High Gain Lens
    • New Auto Dim Feature
    • Stay Alert™
    • 360° Total Perimeter Protection
    • Patented VG-2 Cloaking™ Technology
    • Three (3) City Modes
    • Vehicle Battery Saver
    • Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
    • Safety Warning System™
    • Accessories include: Power Cord, Windshield Mount, 4 Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries

    Operating Band

    • X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz
    • K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz
    • Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz
    Radar Roy's Tests

    Radar Roy found that the Whistler 1788 is the first cordless radar detector that can actually detect POP radar while operating cordless.

    This is perhaps due to the fact that the 1788 is the only cordless that uses four batteries instead of two.

    The 1788 has good range and filtering, and is classed as the #2 cordless radar detector that Radar Roy has ever tested.

    Included: Power Cord , Windshield Mount , 4 Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries

    Click here to view the 1788 Cordless Product Manual

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